Send a comment on this item to LII: Send a comment on this item to LII staff, who on weekdays will usually reply within 24 hours. Country Profile: East Timor Profile of the "first new nation of the [21st] century," which was founded on May 20, 2002, and which previously had been governed by Indonesia and Portugal. Includes demographic facts, historical overview, timeline of key events, and information about leaders and media. Site also includes links to related news stories, and video of some news stories. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/country_profiles/1508119.stm Asterisk * indicates required field. Your Name Your Email Address * We will not sell or provide your email address to anyone else. Comment * Enter the verification code as it is shown in the box below. This helps prevent automated submissions. *